Juici Patties

Dining

Savor the island’s rich cultural history through its food. Lucea itself is scarce for dining venues, but venturing to nearby Negril and Montego Bay will provide a wealth of dining options, with the traditional Jamaican "jerk chicken" (as well as other meats and seafood prepared on grill) available at every corner at street food vendors' stalls and finer, sit-in establishments. Do not skip on the Jamaican patties - a variety of local fast food (coco bread stuffed with various fillings) and make sure to sample the local ackee fruit and saltfish.

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Poseidon

Located at the Grand Palladium Lady Hamilton Resort & Spa, Poseidon is an elegant restaurant that serves a wide selection of à la carte dishes with a heavy emphasis on seafood. Enjoy their offerings in the breezy outdoor terrace with sweeping sea …

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Vitalital

The Vitalital restaurant right off Lucea's main road is run by Rastafarian owners who place special emphasis on food ingredients. The place is a true heaven for vegetarians and vegans - meat-free dishes reign king here and come in multiple delicious …

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Best in the West

This roadside shack-type establishment makes up in food quality for what it may lack in refinement. Try the chicken or any other of the grilled meats and/or seafood dishes, and order a drink at the stand bar to go along - all at very affordable prices. Open mid-morning until late at …

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Juici Patties

You can always count on a succulent patty from Jamaica's own Juici Patties. The chain is Jamaica's version of McDonald's, yet quintessentially Jamaican and influenced by local flavours. The patties are hot pocket-type food, layered dough with various …

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Murphy's West End Restaurant

Murphy's is a warm, family-run jerk restaurant in Negril that is heralded as one of the best eateries around. Enjoy a menu of barbecue, Caribbean favorites, seafood, Jamaican soul food and more for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. The restaurant offers some unusual takes on well-known Jamaican …

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The Houseboat Grill

The Houseboat Grill is nestled withing the waters of the Montego Bay Marine Park Fish Sanctuary. Try the legendary surf and turf of lobster and beef tenderloin that come with a side of butter-roasted vegetables. Choice of seating ranges from a downstairs area to waterfront dining to open-air deck. …

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Day O Plantation Restaurant

Day O Plantation Restaurant boasts a stunning location in the tropical hills 3 miles west of Montego Bay City, and serves some of the finest examples of Jamaican and international cuisine. The Restaurant is operated by well known musician Paul Hurlock and is a popular venue for larger celebrations. …

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Pier One

Pier One is Jamaica's hippest open-air seafood restaurant, bar, and entertainment centre – a favourite with visitors and locals alike. Pier One offers great Caribbean sunsets and tropical panoramic views of the bay. At night, the space is transformed into a lively dance party …

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The Pelican Grill

Located on the Hip Strip is The Pelican Grill - a family-owned dining establishment beloved by the locals and known for offering only the freshest, truly Jamaican home-style dishes. Try their steamed red snapper with okras and bammy, ackee and salted codfish with boiled green bananas, as well as yam and fried johnny cakes. …

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Pork Pit

Right in the heart of Montego Bay near Walter Fletcher Beach is Pork Pit: the best place to go for Jamaica's famous jerk pork and jerk chicken. Many beach-goers head over at noon for a generous, reasonably priced lunch. The menu also includes steamed/roasted …

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Sugar Mill Restaurant

Located at the Half Moon in Rose Hall, the Sugar Mill Restaurant serves Jamaican, Caribbean, and international cuisine. If you are staying at the Sandals royal, Coyaba, Holiday Inn, Rose Hall Resort and Country Club, or the Ritz-Carlton, the restaurant will offer free shuttle service. …

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